Malta's cuisine and history are two sides of the same coin, as both reflect the country’s rich past. This walking tour combines culture with street food, offering a fun way to learn about the city's fascinating history while sampling authentic Maltese dishes. Along the way, your guide will point out details you might otherwise miss and share stories and anecdotes not found in any guidebooks!
Experience traditional street food and the magnificence of our capital city, Valletta. Our local, professional tour guide will bring you the island’s tastiest treats, right to your fingertips!
Discover Malta's history and cuisine during this experience. Walk past key landmarks such as Republic Street, Castille Square, Merchants Street, Upper Barrakka Gardens, and the old market. See typical bars and charming side streets while savoring traditional delicacies like Malta's famous “Pastizzi,” as well as other local antipasti, sweets, and drinks. Your guide will also provide tips on other typical foods to try while in Malta.
► Generally, the food sampling will include:
• Pastizzi (Maltese pastries filled with ricotta or peas)
• Maltese Platter: Gbejniet (peppered cheeselets), Maltese stuffed olives, Bigilla (broad bean dip), Maltese sausage, and water biscuits
• Ftira (a traditional leavened Maltese bread, usually eaten with fillings such as tuna, potatoes, fresh tomatoes, onions, capers, and olives)
• Fried Ravioli
• Horse Meat
• Mqaret (diamond-shaped date-filled pastries)
• Kinnie (a Maltese bittersweet soft drink brewed from bitter oranges and extracts of wormwood)
• Local Lager Beer Generally The Food Sampling Will Include:
The menu may change depending on the venue, time of year (seasonal food), and festivities (such as Christmas, Easter, etc.). Items such as rabbit ravioli, rabbit liver, almond bones, honey rings, and other local specialties may be included in place of other items on the menu.
